As clocks spring forward for Daylight Saving Time, many will feel the familiar grogginess of losing an hour of sleep. But experts say the effects of the time change go far beyond just one restless night.
Dr. Brianna V. Garrison, assistant professor of social work at Southern Connecticut State University, is shedding light on how these seasonal shifts impact mental health—especially for older adults and caregivers. A licensed clinical social worker and researcher, Garrison studies the psychological effects of disrupted routines, chronic condition management, and strategies for maintaining stability through seasonal transitions.
Garrison recently joined Connecticut Public’s Where We Live, alongside Carol Connare, editor of The Old Farmer’s Almanac, and Matthew Kotchen, a professor of economics at Yale University, to discuss the growing debate over whether Daylight Saving Time should be abolished.
To learn more about how seasonal time changes affect mental well-being and strategies for adapting, click here to listen to the full episode of Where We Live.
